Featuring a terrace and views of mountain, Rooms at The Usk is a bed and breakfast situated in a historic building in Talybont, 11 km from Brecon Cathedral. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the bed and breakfast free of charge. Guests can enjoy garden views. The bed and breakfast offers a TV and a private bathroom with a hair dryer, free toiletries and bath. A fridge and kettle are also provided. At the bed and breakfast, all units have bed linen and towels. Clifford Castle is 37 km from Rooms at The Usk, while Longtown Castle is 38 km away. The nearest airport is Cardiff Airport, 82 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
9.2
High score for Talybont
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Liz
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Such a beautiful place and Steve and Sam were very friendly and welcoming. Breakfast was excellent and used local produce. Very knowledgeable about the area and interesting riding roads. Short walk to local pub for dinner.
  • Holly
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Clean room and great breakfasts. The owners are really friendly and welcoming. The location is great for visiting attractions and nearby towns.
  • J
    Jennifer
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Delicious breakfast. Bit restricted on cereal and fruit options.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

9.8
9.8
Host review score
Host review score

The Usk was established in the 1840s at the time of the Brecon to Merthyr Railway. It has an enviable position on the edge of the village, opposite the former railway station and yard. The Usk Guest House has been transformed from a Country Inn to a Bed and Breakfast with rooms of excellence. The Usk has been refurbished in sympathetic style, the spotless bedrooms are bright and cheerful ad well equipped, Each is En-Suite with a Large LCD Flat Screen Television The Usk is at the heart of the Brecon Beacons, and also accessible to the South Wales Valleys,, Cardiff, Swansea, The Gower and Mid Wales. Guests can go walking, fishing or cruising the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal, which flows through Talybont.
The Usk's location is as good as it gets - attracting a healthy local trade as well as visitors to the Brecon Beacons National Park. It's close to the heart of the Beacons, and also handy for South and Mid Wales. Guests can go walking, fishing or cruising the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal, which flows through Talybont.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Rooms at The Usk
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Media & Technology
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
    Services
    • Luggage storage
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    General
    • Adult only
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Rooms at The Usk takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:00 to 19:00

    Check-out

    Until 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Mastercard Visa American Express Cash is not accepted Rooms at The Usk accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Rooms at The Usk in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about Rooms at The Usk

    • Guests staying at Rooms at The Usk can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Breakfast to go

    • Rooms at The Usk is 400 yards from the centre of Talybont. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Rooms at The Usk may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Rooms at The Usk offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Room options at Rooms at The Usk include:

        • Double

      • Check-in at Rooms at The Usk is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.